At a Glance
A zoned elementary school in East Williamsburg where strong family trust meets significant academic challenges
Families who prioritize a strong sense of community and trust between staff and families, and who can actively support attendance and homework completion. This school works best for families who value the zero-tolerance suspension approach and want a neighborhood school where their child won't get lost in a large system. Families should be prepared to supplement academic support at home given the below-average proficiency rates.
- Zero suspensions for three consecutive years—demonstrates strong behavior management
- Very high parent trust scores (95-98%) across all measured dimensions
- Math proficiency nearly doubled from 2016 to 2024 (22.5% to 42.2%)
- 100% of parents report strong relationships with teachers
- Class sizes match district average (21.6) despite lower funding
- Chronic absenteeism is very high at 54.5%—nearly half of students miss significant school time
- Test scores remain well below district averages in both subjects
- Teacher-reported instruction quality (76%) and trust in principal (69%) are notably lower than family trust metrics
- PTA fundraising is half the district average—fewer enrichment resources from parent fundraising
- Fifth grade math dropped to 30.8%—performance inconsistency across grades
- Family survey response rate is low (29%), which may affect how representative parent satisfaction data is
Based on 2024-25 data
School SummaryDistrict 14
Among district 14 schools, P.S. 250 falls below peer zoned schools like P.S. 031 and P.S. 034 (both 91/100). It trails charter schools significantly but serves a different population through open enrollment. The overall score of 1.47/4 ranks well below the district average of 2.44. However, the school outperforms in climate areas that charters typically struggle with—family trust and relationship-building.
Test scores at P.S. 250 are below the district average—ELA at 35.9% and math at 37.4% versus district averages of 62% and 59% respectively—but the school has shown genuine upward momentum, particularly in math, which reached 42.2% in 2024 before settling at 37.4% in 2025. The overall score of 1.47 out of 4 places it below the district average of 2.44. Performance varies significantly by grade: fifth graders show stronger ELA proficiency (50%) while fourth graders lead in math (45.5%). The upward historical trend suggests instructional improvements are taking hold, though students are still catching up to district benchmarks.
The climate data reveals a notable split between family perception and teacher experience. Parents are highly satisfied (95%) and report overwhelming trust in teachers (98%) and the principal (97%), with 100% reporting strong relationships. However, teachers rate instruction quality at only 76% (versus district average of 93%) and teacher-principal trust at 69%. Teacher-reported safety (93%) is slightly below the district average (97%). Attendance is a concern—chronic absenteeism at 54.5% is very high, with particularly high rates among Hispanic students (54.6%) and males (57%). The school has maintained zero suspensions for three years, indicating a restorative approach to discipline.
The school serves 314 students in a tight-knit community. Demographics are predominantly Hispanic (66%) with significant Asian (16%) and Black (14%) populations—reflecting the neighborhood's diversity. With an economic need index of 86.1% and 17% of students receiving IEP services, the population faces substantial socioeconomic challenges. The diversity index of 56% indicates moderate demographic variety. PTA fundraising is modest at $52 per student, about half the district average, suggesting limited discretionary resources for enrichment programs.
East Williamsburg is a transit-accessible neighborhood (score 61.3) with a strong family orientation (66.67 percentile) and education focus (64.75). However, safety indicators are concerning—the safety score of 43.3 is notably low, with elevated crime density and collision rates. The area has a high poverty rate (24.3%) and very low homeownership (12.5%), indicating a largely renting population. Median home values exceed $1 million, reflecting the broader Brooklyn market pressures. Families should know the neighborhood has family resources but also elevated environmental health concerns.
East Williamsburg is generally walkable with subway access nearby, though parents should be aware of the lower safety score when considering commutes
Academic Performance
ELA Proficiency
Students scoring proficient or above on the NY State ELA exam.
NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23
Math Proficiency
Students scoring proficient or above on the NY State Math exam.
NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23
Survey Results
NYC School Survey (2025) · 71 families responded (29% rate)
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23
PTA Fundraising
Source: DOE Local Law 171 disclosure
Economic Need & Special Populations
Discipline
NYSED Student & Educator Database (2023-24)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is P.S. 250 George H. Lindsay a good school?
- On Motley, P.S. 250 George H. Lindsay earns an overall quality score of 37/100 — a blend of New York State ELA and math results, attendance, and the school-climate survey. Its state test results run below the District 14 average.
- What grades does P.S. 250 George H. Lindsay serve?
- P.S. 250 George H. Lindsay serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into P.S. 250 George H. Lindsay?
- P.S. 250 George H. Lindsay admits by zone — families living in its attendance zone are generally guaranteed a seat.
- Is P.S. 250 George H. Lindsay public, charter, or private?
- P.S. 250 George H. Lindsay is a public school in NYC Community School District 14.
- What neighborhood is P.S. 250 George H. Lindsay in?
- P.S. 250 George H. Lindsay is in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
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